CNA Jobs in Paola, KS

A Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) plays a vital role in the nursing industry as they provide basic care to patients and assist nurses with medical procedures. CNA's tasks include taking patient's vital signs, helping with daily activities such as eating, bathing and walking, cleaning and sanitizing patient areas, and providing emotional support to patients and their families. Additionally, they assist with procedures like wound care and specimen collection. The role is essential to ensuring the smooth operation of healthcare facilities and enhancing patient satisfaction and care.

To become a CNA, an individual must have a high school diploma or GED, complete a state-approved education program, and pass a competency exam. Essential skills for a CNA include strong interpersonal and communication skills, physical stamina, empathy, and attention to detail. Prior to becoming a CNA, an individual may have had roles such as a Home Health Aide, Personal Care Assistant, or Medical Assistant. These roles provide valuable experience and exposure to the healthcare environment and patient care, offering a solid foundation for a career as a CNA.

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CNA - PRN - Cedar Lake Village - Assisted Living & Memory Care

Good Samaritan
Olathe, KS (21 miles from Paola, KS)
4 days ago

Olathe, KS (21 miles from Paola, KS)
4 days ago

Provides assistance with basic health care needs including daily living activities that may include, but are not limited to, bathing, toileting, grooming, dressing/undressing, obtaining and recording...

In Person

CNA - FT Evenings - Good Samaritan Center - Long Term Care

Good Samaritan
Olathe, KS (21 miles from Paola, KS)
8 days ago

Olathe, KS (21 miles from Paola, KS)
8 days ago

In Person Full Time

CNA - PT Day - Good Samaritan - Long Term Care

Good Samaritan
Olathe, KS (21 miles from Paola, KS)
11 days ago

Olathe, KS (21 miles from Paola, KS)
11 days ago

In Person Part Time

CNA - PT Nights - Cedar Lake Village - Assisted Living

Good Samaritan
Olathe, KS (21 miles from Paola, KS)
13 days ago

Olathe, KS (21 miles from Paola, KS)
13 days ago

In Person Part Time

CNA - FT Nights - Cedar Lake Village - Memory Care

Good Samaritan
Olathe, KS (21 miles from Paola, KS)
15 days ago

Olathe, KS (21 miles from Paola, KS)
15 days ago

In Person Full Time

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - up to $26/hr

Shiftkey, LLC
Belton, MO (23 miles from Paola, KS)
2 days ago

Belton, MO (23 miles from Paola, KS)
2 days ago

." - CNA, Kansas City, MO...

In Person

Patient Care Technician Neph Metabolic

Research Medical Center
Olathe, KS (21 miles from Paola, KS)
14 hours ago

Olathe, KS (21 miles from Paola, KS)
14 hours ago

Topics Covered: Roles and Responsibilities Communication Care of the Behavioral Health Patient Vital Signs Hygiene Care Patient Mobility and Transfers Code Blue W hat qualifications you will need: MO CNA...

In Person

CNA Care Partner $3k Sign On 7am-7pm $17.50-$24.25 (Full Time)

Thecrestoneseniorliving
Olathe, KS (21 miles from Paola, KS)
22 hours ago

Olathe, KS (21 miles from Paola, KS)
22 hours ago

To be Proactive with assisting residents with activities of daily living (ADL) bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, eating, and oral care What are we looking for?...

In Person Full Time

Surgical Care Unit Nursing Assistant, Full-Time

Saint Luke's Health System Kansas City
Overland Park, KS (19 miles from Paola, KS)
2 days ago

Overland Park, KS (19 miles from Paola, KS)
2 days ago

The CNA provides patient care under the direction and supervision of the RN LPN. The CNA assists in the patients care anticipating patient family needs in a proactive fashion....

In Person Full Time

In-Patient Rehab Nursing Assistant, Full-Time

Saint Luke's Health System Kansas City
Overland Park, KS (19 miles from Paola, KS)
2 days ago

Overland Park, KS (19 miles from Paola, KS)
2 days ago

The primary responsibility of the Nursing Assistant is to provide basic patient cares such as bathing and hygiene elimination and toileting nutrition feeding and hydration and ambulation and positioning...

In Person Full Time

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)

Shiftkey, LLC
Ottawa, KS (22 miles from Paola, KS)
2 days ago

Ottawa, KS (22 miles from Paola, KS)
2 days ago

." - CNA, Kansas City, MO...

In Person

Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) - up to $31/hr

Shiftkey, LLC
Overland Park, KS (19 miles from Paola, KS)
2 days ago

Overland Park, KS (19 miles from Paola, KS)
2 days ago

." - CNA, Kansas City, MO...

In Person

CNA Certified Nursing Aide Full Time and Part Time (85143)

Pivotal Health Care
Overland Park, KS (19 miles from Paola, KS)
2 days ago

Overland Park, KS (19 miles from Paola, KS)
2 days ago

QualificationsQualifications: The Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) must have completed an approved training program and passed competency examinations in clinical skills and written knowledge in accordance...

In Person Full Time

$500 Sign-On Bonus - Certified Nursing Assistant CNA

Brookdale Senior Living
Overland Park, KS (19 miles from Paola, KS)
2 days ago

Overland Park, KS (19 miles from Paola, KS)
2 days ago

Brookdale Overland Park is now hiring full-time CNAs for our evening shift (2:30p-10:30p). This position includes a $4/hr shift differential and requires every other weekend....

In Person Part Time

Patient Care Tech Cardiac Specialty

HCA Healthcare
Overland Park, KS (19 miles from Paola, KS)
4 days ago

Overland Park, KS (19 miles from Paola, KS)
4 days ago

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a(an) Patient Care Tech Cardiac Specialty? At Overland Park Regional Medical Center, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to...

In Person

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Demographic Data for Paola, KS

Moving to Paola, KS? Find some basic demographic data about Paola, KS below.

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Average Household Income

Home Value vs Household Income in Paola, KS

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National

Total Population

12,416

Number of Businesses

345

City Size

Medium/Sm

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Salary for CNA Jobs in Paola, KS

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for CNA positions.

Highest Education Level

CNAs in Paola, KS offer the following education background

Vocational Degree or Certification

24.8%

Bachelor's Degree

24.4%

High School or GED

21.1%

Associate's Degree

18.4%

Master's Degree

7.0%

Some College

1.9%

Doctorate Degree

1.5%

Some High School

0.9%

Average Work Experience

Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by CNAs in Paola, KS

Less than 1 year

54.8%

None

26.7%

1-2 years

15.7%

8-10 years

2.8%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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